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Joshimath to Auli Distance & How to Reach

Approx. road distance: 14–16 km40–60 minutes by taxi or shared jeep.

Local taxi or shared jeep from Joshimath market; agree the taxi fare first. Fill fuel and take cash in Joshimath.

The Joshimath–Auli ropeway has been closed since January 2023, so the road is the only way up. After heavy snow the road can close for a day or two.

Read the route details below and confirm current transport timings before departure.

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Joshimath to Auli: about 14–16 km by road. 40–60 minutes by taxi or shared jeep.

Route: Joshimath – Sunil – Auli (mountain road with hairpin bends)
Best way: Local taxi or shared jeep from Joshimath market; agree the taxi fare first. Fill fuel and take cash in Joshimath.
Good to know: The Joshimath–Auli ropeway has been closed since January 2023, so the road is the only way up. After heavy snow the road can close for a day or two.

Joshimath to Auli distance is about 14–16 km by road – roughly 40–60 minutes by taxi or shared jeep up a winding mountain road, climbing from about 1,875 m in Joshimath to the Auli slopes at about 2,500–3,050 m. Joshimath (Jyotirmath) is the last town below Auli, with hotels, food, ATMs, fuel, medical facilities and the taxi stand for the drive up.

The Joshimath–Auli ropeway has been closed since January 2023, after land subsidence in Joshimath, and no reopening date had been announced as of October 2026. For now the road is the only way to reach Auli.

Many travellers stay in Joshimath, where there are more hotels and places to eat, and go up to Auli for the day. Joshimath is also the base for Badrinath (about 45 km further up the valley) and for Govindghat, the start of the Valley of Flowers and Hemkund Sahib treks (about 20 km).

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How to Reach Auli from Joshimath by Road

The road from Joshimath to Auli is about 14–16 km. Allow 40–60 minutes, more on snowy days or winter weekends.

Taxi: local taxis wait in Joshimath market and near the bus stand. Agree the fare before you set off, and whether it is one way or a return trip with waiting time at Auli.
Shared jeep: cheaper and runs mostly in the morning; it leaves when full. Coming back in the evening is easier by taxi.
Your own car: possible outside snow days. After fresh snow, use a local taxi with snow chains or a 4x4 – the road is steep with hairpin bends.
Parking at Auli: roadside and visitor parking in upper Auli is limited and fills quickly on snow weekends; on busy days it is easier to stay in Joshimath and go up by local taxi.
Ropeway: closed since January 2023 (no reopening date announced as of October 2026).

Before you go up: fill fuel and withdraw cash in Joshimath – there are no ATMs or fuel stations at Auli. In December–February the road can close for a day or two after heavy snow until it is cleared; ask your hotel or taxi driver about the day's road status. Start back down before dark.

In Joshimath: the historic Jyotirmath and the Narsingh Temple are short visits in town. Parts of Joshimath were affected by the 2023 land subsidence; follow local administration advisories and use registered hotels and taxis.

Coming from further away? The nearest working railway station is Yog Nagari Rishikesh (about 255 km from Joshimath) and the nearest airport is Jolly Grant, Dehradun (DED). From either, the whole journey to Joshimath and Auli is by road.

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Joshimath to Auli Travel FAQs

How far is Auli from Joshimath?

About 14–16 km by road, 40–60 minutes by taxi or shared jeep.

Is the Joshimath–Auli ropeway running?

No. It has been closed since January 2023 after land subsidence in Joshimath, and no reopening date had been announced as of October 2026. Go up by road.

How do I get from Joshimath to Auli?

By local taxi or shared jeep from Joshimath market. Agree the taxi fare – one way or return with waiting time – before you start.

Is the Joshimath to Auli road open in winter?

Usually yes, but it can close for a day or two after heavy snowfall until it is cleared. A local taxi with snow chains or a 4x4 is the safest choice after fresh snow.

Should I stay in Joshimath or Auli?

Joshimath has more hotels, food options, ATMs and fuel, and is easier on a budget; Auli is quieter and right on the slopes. Many travellers stay in Joshimath and visit Auli for the day.

Is there parking at Auli?

Parking in upper Auli is limited and fills quickly on snow weekends. On busy days, park in Joshimath and go up by local taxi.

Are there ATMs and fuel in Auli?

No. Withdraw cash and fill fuel in Joshimath before going up.

Is Joshimath safe to visit after the land subsidence?

Joshimath remains the base town for Auli and Badrinath. Parts of the town were affected in 2023, so follow local administration advisories and stay in registered hotels.

Joshimath se Auli ki duri kitni hai?

Joshimath se Auli ki sadak se duri lagbhag 14–16 km hai. Taxi ya shared jeep se 40–60 minute lagte hain. Ropeway January 2023 se band hai, isliye sirf sadak ka raasta hai.